Val (Vic) and Philippines STET

Val (Vic) was a participant on the Philippines Short Term Exposure Trip. She reflects on the experience:

'The wonderful Filipino people gave us a warm welcome. The pastors, project workers and social workers informed us on many issues. I was disturbed about political killings of innocent victims, about human rights abuses, land rights and the applications by international mining companies to mine large areas of Northern Luzon.
We were introduced to many cultural aspects of Filipino life and met a wide range of people.
Various types of accommodation gave us further insights into life in that country. Linda, our local guide and caterer at Baguio, was brilliant.
Thank you for making the trip possible - it was a great experience'.
(February 07)
For more information about 2007 STET programs contact Kathy Periera, People in Mission Coordinator, kathyp@nat.uca.org.au, Ph 02 8267 4230